everything

• Pronom indéfini désignant l'ensemble des choses, objets, idées ou affaires ; exprime l'idée de totalité, de plénitude ou d'achèvement de l'ensemble des éléments dans un contexte donné ou en général.

An indefinite pronoun used to refer to all things, objects, ideas, or matters; indicates the totality or completeness of things in a given context or in general.

1. Indefinite pronoun referring to all things in a specific contextA1formal

   Used to refer to every thing, object, idea, or matter within a defined situation, group, or scope; emphasizes completeness or totality without exception.

   tout, toutes choses

   • I've packed everything for the trip.
   • Everything in this room is brand new.
   • She told me everything about her journey.
   • Everything on the menu looks delicious.
   • He checked everything on the list before submitting.

2. Generic indefinite pronoun referring to all things in generalA2formal

   Used to make universal statements about the totality of things, the world, life, or existence; often found in philosophical, motivational, or general observations.

   tout (pronom indéfini générique)

   • Everything happens for a reason.
   • Everything in life is a learning experience.
   • She means everything to me.
   • Everything changes over time.
   • Money isn't everything; happiness matters more.

3. Idiomatic uses: 'everything but', 'and everything', 'that's everything'B1informal

   Used in fixed expressions: 'everything but' = all except; 'and everything' = and other related things (informal); 'that's everything' = the list or explanation is complete.

   Locutions idiomatiques avec « everything »

   • She brought everything but the kitchen sink!
   • We talked about work, family, and everything.
   • Is that everything you needed? Yes, that's everything.
   • He forgot everything but his passport.
   • The storm destroyed everything but the foundation.